1971 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ferrari 365 GT (364 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1971 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1971 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ferrari 365 GT | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 365 GT | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
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 | 320 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |