1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 24 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 7 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (263 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 487 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 GTS | C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
