1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 704 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Polo, 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Polo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5319 cc | 1390 cc |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 448 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |