1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1964 Fiat 850
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 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 237 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 603 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1964 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 328 GTS | 850 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 30 L |
