1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 687 kg more than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | IM 3 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
