1992 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (139 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 512 TR has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 512 TR | 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 512 TR | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5032 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |