1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (365 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 808 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F50. (520 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | F50 | GTO |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 6548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 603 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |