1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 337 kg more than 1987 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | 328 GTS | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2960 mm |