1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, both 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS and 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 85 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 GTS | 300 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
