2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (231 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 353 kg more than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
