1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 250 GT | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
