2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 211 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3030 mm |
