1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1982 Ford Capri
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Capri 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 217 more horse power than 1982 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 283 kg more than 1982 Ford Capri. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1982 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 328 GTS | Capri |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 66 mm |
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 | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |