1987 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, both 1987 Chrysler New Yorker and 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 8 kg more than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler New Yorker | 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | New Yorker | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
