1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 27 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, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 328 GTS | X3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
