1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1961 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx 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 208 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 243 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Minx. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1961 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 328 GTS | Minx |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
