1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1988 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Avanti | Ferrari |
| Model | Avanti | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
