1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 133 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Alfetta | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 74 L |
