1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 78 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 250 GT | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
