1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian 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 170 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 248 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 328 GTS | Florian |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
