1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1985 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 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 53 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1985 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 328 GTS | 208 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
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 | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 74 L |