1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 140 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (130 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230. (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 GTS | 230 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
