2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 1999 Pontiac Rageous
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Rageous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Rageous 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 221 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. (312 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Rageous weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 612.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Rageous. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Rageous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 1999 Pontiac Rageous | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 612 | Rageous |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2970 mm |
