1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 220 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.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series 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 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 328 GTS | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2855 mm |
