1987 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 97 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS (265 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Regal | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
