1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 42 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 10 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | 528 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
