1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ferrari 400 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 400 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 515 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 59 L |