2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ferrari F430 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | F430 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
