1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric 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 152 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 47 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 328 GTS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
