1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 13 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 136 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 387 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 328 GTS | Microbus |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |