1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 250 GT | 6000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |