1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 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 116 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 476 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf, 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Pontiac Volkswagen
Model Grande Parisienne Golf
Year Released 1967 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5319 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 448 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.3 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.5 mm 92.8 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2520 mm