1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast

To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 267 kg more than 1990 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari 328 GTS 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model 328 GTS 500 Superfast
Year Released 1990 1966
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3186 cc 4963 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 270 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 475 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 88.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.6 mm 68 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 90 L


 

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