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 195 more horse power than 1983 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5750 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 283 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Capri.

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 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 267 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4500 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 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1273 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 60 L