1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 274 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.
Because 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord 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 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 328 GTS | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
