1954 Ferrari 375 America vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 645 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America.
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. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 375 America has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 375 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 375 America | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 375 America | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4523 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2950 mm |
