2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 41 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 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 145 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | 166 | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |