1964 Pontiac Tempest vs. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Pontiac Tempest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Pontiac Tempest would be higher. At 5,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1964 Pontiac Tempest. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti should accelerate faster than 1964 Pontiac Tempest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti weights approximately 375 kg more than 1964 Pontiac Tempest. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Pontiac Tempest | 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ferrari |
| Model | Tempest | 612 Scaglietti |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3524 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4902 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2949 mm |
