1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS and 1989 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 177 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 296 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (132 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 328 GTS | 460 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |