1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 38 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 95 L |
