1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 512 TR | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2384 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
