1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 527 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 328 GTS | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
