2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger 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 62 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Charger | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 102 L |
