1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 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 115 more horse power than 1964 Porsche 904. (155 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Porsche 904. (169 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Porsche 904.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 328 GTS | 904 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| 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 | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
