1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 37 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 1979 Ferrari 308 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 1979 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 308 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |