1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 70 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Delta. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 18 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta 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, 1989 Lancia Delta 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Delta. (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 328 GTS | Delta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
