1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 13 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 GTS | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 114 L |
