1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1984 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Laurel 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 168 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 203 kg more than 1984 Nissan Laurel. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Laurel.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ferrari 328 GTS 1984 Nissan Laurel
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 328 GTS Laurel
Year Released 1988 1984
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3185 cc 1952 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 270 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1273 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2410 mm


 

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