2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 Pontiac 1000. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | F430 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
