1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
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 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry 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 223 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 503 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 328 GTS | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
