1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 390 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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 Lotus Evora (400 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 2013 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 328 GTS | Evora |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2575 mm |
