1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1983 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Jeep CJ 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 185 more horse power than 1983 Jeep CJ. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jeep CJ weights approximately 17 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1983 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Jeep CJ will offer significantly more control. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jeep CJ. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1983 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 328 GTS | CJ |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
