2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000. 1990 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 360 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
