1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 11 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 1999 Ford Contour. (200 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 119 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, 1999 Ford Contour, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 328 GTS | Contour |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 56 L |