1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 377 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 GTS | C |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
