2008 BMW 328 vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 328 | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 102 L |
