1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 46 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 415 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | M |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5319 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2915 mm |
