1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 257 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Ferrari | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 328 GTS | Rural |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
