1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 24 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 864 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3510 mm |
