1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 412 GT would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 412 GT | GTO |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |