1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3490 mm |
