1984 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1984 Lancia Beta
To start off, both 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS and 1984 Lancia Beta were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 233 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. 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, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (265 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1984 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 328 GTS | Beta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
