1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 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 298 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
Because 1987 Ferrari F40 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 1987 Ferrari F40. 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | F40 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 53 L |