1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 487 kg more than 1986 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
Model | 328 GTS | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 102 L |