1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 23 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1557 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2012 Ford E-350 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. 2012 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 328 GTS | E-350 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 132 L |