1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 211 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. 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 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1973 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 328 GTS | Capri |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |