1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 337 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 328 GTS | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |