1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2004 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2004 Ferrari F430 is newer by 14 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 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 152 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 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 | 2004 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 GTS | F430 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4 seconds |
| 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 | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 108 L |
