1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 39 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 12 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | 330 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |
