2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 129 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 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | SRX | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
