1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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.
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1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 328 GTS | 356 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |