1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 362 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
