2007 Ferrari 612 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G8. (361 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 490 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G8. (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G8. 2008 Pontiac G8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2007 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Pontiac G8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ferrari 612 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 612 | G8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 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 Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 72 L |
