1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 92 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 2200 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 74 L |
