1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 11 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 3,185 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 150 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 137 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 GTS | C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
