1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (206 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 307 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2930 mm |
