1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2010 BMW 323
To start off, 2010 BMW 323 is newer by 21 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 92 more horse power than 2010 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 323.
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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2010 BMW 323 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 328 GTS | 323 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |