1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade 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) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 488 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Honda Ballade, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 1981 Honda Ballade 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. 1981 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 328 GTS | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |
