1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G8. (361 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 445 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F50. (520 Nm). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F50. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | F50 | G8 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
