1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 647 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.

Because 1991 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 1991 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1991 Ferrari F40 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Ferrari Pontiac
Model F40 Bonneville
Year Released 1991 1999
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2936 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 472 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 69.5 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.7:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1747 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 70 L