1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 940 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |