1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1978 Lancia Gamma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne 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 114 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 434 kg more than 1978 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Pontiac | Lancia |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Gamma |
Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5319 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |