2005 Citroen C vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 Citroen C 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 158 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3030 mm |