2008 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Malibu 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
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 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2008 Chevrolet Malibu | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Malibu | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |