1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 598 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 328 GTS | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 349 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
