1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1986 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS and 1986 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 443 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
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1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1986 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 328 GTS | Golf |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |