1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio 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 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 19 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 257 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 328 GTS | Clio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 263 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
