1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS and 1985 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 155 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 900 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Opel Kadett, 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, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (289 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (150 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 328 GTS | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
