1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 273 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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.
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1957 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 1900 | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |