1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 400 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |