1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1378 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2012 Ford Expedition 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. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 127 L |
