1991 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac GTO. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 120 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1991 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac GTO. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 512 TR | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 512 TR | GTO |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5664 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1570 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
