1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 186 kg more than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grande Parisienne | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5317 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
