1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
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 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona 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 156 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 223 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 328 GTS | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
