1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 19 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 3,185 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 73 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster. 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, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (289 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 328 GTS | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 243 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
