1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 497 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 328 GTS | Starfire |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| 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 | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
