1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 797 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. 1998 Dodge Ram 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. 1998 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | 328 GTS | Ram |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |