2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
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 GMC Acadia, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Acadia | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |