2007 Audi S8 vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 39 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, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S8 | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 102 L |
