1984 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Sprint 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 220 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 598 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Sprint, 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Sprint | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Sprint | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
