1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1975 Renault 30
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 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 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 141 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 328 GTS | 30 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
