1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2008 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 19 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 125 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 947 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.

Because 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carnival, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.

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1989 Ferrari 328 GTS 2008 Kia Carnival
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 328 GTS Carnival
Year Released 1989 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3186 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 267 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 8800 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 15.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1273 kg 2220 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 75 L