1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 20 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 301 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2009 Ford E-150 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. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTS | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 132 L |
