1969 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Because 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008, 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Prix | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2735 mm |
