1989 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 24 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), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1002 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 697 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 328 GTS | S |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3165 mm |