1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.

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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Ferrari 328 GTS 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Make Ferrari Oldsmobile
Model 328 GTS Ninety-Eight
Year Released 1985 1972
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3185 cc 5736 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 270 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 380 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3230 mm


 

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