1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. 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 221 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 23 kg more than 1960 Toyota Crown. 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, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 328 GTS | Crown |
Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |