2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari F430 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | F430 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 490 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |