1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 217 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 307 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 GTS | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
