1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1974 AC 428
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 AC 428.
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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. 1974 AC 428 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. 1974 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1974 AC 428 | |
| Make | Ferrari | AC |
| Model | 328 GTS | 428 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
