2003 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G8. (362 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G8. (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 612 | G8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5747 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 532 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 64 L |
