1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 152 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 93 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 328 GTS | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
