1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 473 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (265 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 74 L |
