1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1980 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Rex 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 241 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 738 kg more than 1980 Subaru Rex. 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1980 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 328 GTS | Rex |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1930 mm |
