1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 28 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 43 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 328 GTS | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7 :1 |
Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |