2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne

To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 32 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 146 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 810 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. 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) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (189 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
Make Mercedes-Benz Pontiac
Model Vision Grande Parisienne
Year Released 2000 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 5317 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 94 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 189 Nm 441 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 1760 kg
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 102 L


 

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