1974 Buick GS vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 6 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 Buick GS. 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick GS | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | GS | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |