1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 121 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 449 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 328 GTS | MPV |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |