1987 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 26 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 687 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS.

Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari 328 GTS 2013 Toyota Highlander
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 328 GTS Highlander
Year Released 1987 2013
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3184 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.6 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1273 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 73 L


 

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