1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 16 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 66 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 461 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
Model | 328 GTS | S-Type |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |