1972 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 600 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 1972 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 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Citroen Berlingo | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | Grand Prix | Berlingo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 462 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |