1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 17 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 147 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 126 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 328 GTS | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
