1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin 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 110 more horse power than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1980 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 238 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 TVR Tasmin. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 328 GTS | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 263 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
