1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 142 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 2002 Nissan Altima, 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima 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 | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 328 GTS | Altima |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |