2008 MG TF vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne

To start off, 2008 MG TF 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 116 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.

Compare all specifications:

2008 MG TF 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
Make MG Pontiac
Model TF Grande Parisienne
Year Released 2008 1967
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 5319 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 114 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 448 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 3030 mm


 

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