1984 Austin Montego vs. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego 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 155 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 229 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | Montego | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
