1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 1989 TVR 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 680 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1989 TVR 400 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 | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 328 GTS | 400 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
