1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 783 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 328 GTS | Life |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
