1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 17 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 937 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2003 Maybach 57 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. 2003 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maybach |
Model | 328 GTS | 57 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2220 mm |