1984 Ferrari 328 GTB vs. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB weights approximately 3 kg more than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB | 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 328 GTB | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1260 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
