1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1979 Ferrari 400

To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 557 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.

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1986 Ferrari 328 GTS 1979 Ferrari 400
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model 328 GTS 400
Year Released 1986 1979
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3185 cc 4823 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 392 Nm
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.6 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1273 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 120 L