2005 BMW X3 vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 BMW X3 is newer by 38 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 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2005 BMW X3 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, 2005 BMW X3 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X3 | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X3 | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
