2001 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar X-Type | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | X-Type | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
