2009 Audi RS4 vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2009 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS4 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 50 kg more than 2009 Audi RS4.
Because 2009 Audi RS4 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 RS4 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS4 | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | RS4 | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
