2005 Acura RL vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 37 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, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Acura RL, 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) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura RL | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | RL | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 102 L |