1963 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 157 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (265 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 250 GTE | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2951 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 74 L |
