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


 

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