1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 328 kg more than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 500 Superfast | Fiero |
Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |