1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ferrari 308 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 308 | GTO |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |