1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 20 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 98 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 328 GTS | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
