1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 400 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 Ferrari 360.
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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari 360 | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 360 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
