2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 358 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Pontiac Grand Am, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (285 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Am | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 441 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 102 L |