1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS and 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 65 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (205 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 292 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 328 GTS | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
