1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 23 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 38 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster 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 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tesla |
| Model | 328 GTS | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2352 mm |
