2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 277 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 456M 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 2009 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 456M | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 456M | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 54 L |