1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 45 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, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | Grande Parisienne | R8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5319 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 420 HP |
Torque | 448 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |