1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 25 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 77 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 328 GTS | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.2 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2415 mm |
