2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 907 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Escalade | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6198 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
