2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 55 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Because 2008 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 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, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
