1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2360 mm |
