2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 625 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (455 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (448 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3030 mm |
