1986 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 387 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 328 GTS | 911 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |