1963 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 265 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GT.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GT | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 250 GT | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 102 L |
