2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 41 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) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 186 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Because 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | LaCrosse | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 102 L |