2003 BMW 520 vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 35 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 73 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 520 | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |