1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 562 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2322 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |
