1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 25 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Evora weights approximately 109 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 328 GTS | Evora |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
