1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 6 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 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 365 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348.
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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 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 | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 GTS | 348 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
