2005 Alpina Roadster vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 Alpina Roadster 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 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Alpina Roadster.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina Roadster | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Alpina | Pontiac |
Model | Roadster | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 102 L |