1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 34 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 57 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5319 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
