2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 612 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 59 L |
