1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 345 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 512 M | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6545 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |