1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 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), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1221 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2004 Ford Expedition 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. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 106 L |
