1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 163 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | V6 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
