1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 45 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 169 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
Model | Grande Parisienne | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5317 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |