1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2002 TVR T 350 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 213 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 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 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 328 GTS | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 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 Weight | 1273 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
