1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 3,185 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 124 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 72 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 328 GTS | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2645 mm |
