1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 307 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.

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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. 1977 Avanti Avanti 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. 1977 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ferrari 328 GTS 1977 Avanti Avanti
Make Ferrari Avanti
Model 328 GTS Avanti
Year Released 1988 1977
Engine Size 3185 cc 6570 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 270 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 442 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1273 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2780 mm


 

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