1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1998 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 11 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 196 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 103 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. 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, 1998 Ford Escort, 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1998 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
