1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (370 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 611 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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, 1989 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari F40 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | F40 | GTO |
Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 67 L |