1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1974 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 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 105 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 710 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (235 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 328 GTS | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |