1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 92 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 308 | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |