1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado
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 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado 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. 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 328 GTS | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3110 mm |
