2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | F550 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
