1989 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 485 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
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 GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 412 GT | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 412 GT | GTO |
Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 69 L |