1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1984 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar 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 176 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 241 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1984 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
