1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ferrari | Buick |
| Model | 328 GTS | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
