1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 19 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, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 227 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 328 GTS | NSX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
