1969 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 49 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 507 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Prix | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7460 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1404 mm |
