1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 273 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Spider | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
