2009 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 42 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, 2009 Audi A3 (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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 305 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 Audi A3 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A3 | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |