1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 22 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 GTS | 599 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 105 L |
