1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul 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 223 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 741 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. 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, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (289 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | Consul |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
