1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 179 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
