1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo 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 166 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen Berlingo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | Grande Parisienne | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |