1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1971 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Reliant Scimitar 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 144 more horse power than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 83 kg more than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1971 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 328 GTS | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
