1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 603 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 365 GTB | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
