1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000. 1985 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 328 GTS | 6000 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |