1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1975 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 13 kg more than 1975 Ford Maverick. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1975 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
