1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5319 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2110 mm |
