1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 300 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ferrari 330GT 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 1965 Ferrari 330GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 330GT | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |