1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1981 Renault 5
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 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 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 112 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 223 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 328 GTS | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 51 L |
