2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 612 | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 612 | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |