1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 328 GTS | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |
