1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana 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 148 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 103 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 328 GTS | Torana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
