2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 49 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | E | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |