2007 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 40 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 330 | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |