1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 22 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 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 328 GTS | 328 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
