1998 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 30 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 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne 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 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V, 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | V | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
