2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G8. (362 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G8. (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G8. 2004 Ferrari 612 has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac G8 has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac G8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 612 | G8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 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 | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |