1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 10 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 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 410 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
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, 1995 Porsche 993 (347 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 993 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 | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 328 GTS | 993 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 347 Nm |
| 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 | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
