1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 14 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1937 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2002 Ford Excursion 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. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 167 L |
