1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1994 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 373 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. 1994 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ferrari | Buick |
Model | 328 GTS | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |