2006 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 39 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, 2006 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Because 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
