1997 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac GTO. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac GTO. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari Maranello | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | Maranello | GTO |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
