2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 675 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 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Yukon | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Yukon | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |