1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 646 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 328 GTS | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
