1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 3,184 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 122 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 67 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1996 Honda Accord, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1996 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 328 GTS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
