1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 229 kg more than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Singer |
| Model | 328 GTS | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
