2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G8. (414 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 346 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8. 2009 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | Maranello | G8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 72 L |
