1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 23 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, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 807 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2010 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 328 GTS | 535 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
