1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 12 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 196 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 453 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ferrari | Smart |
Model | 328 GTS | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |