1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1983 Ford Capri
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Capri 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 62 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 28 kg more than 1983 Ford Capri. 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, 1983 Ford Capri (353 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1983 Ford Capri | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 328 GTS | Capri |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |