1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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 Ford E-Series (474 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2013 Ford E-Series 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. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3505 mm |
