2003 BMW 645 vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 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, 2003 BMW 645 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 645 | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 102 L |