1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2009 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2009 Panoz Esperante is newer by 19 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2009 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Ferrari | Panoz |
Model | 328 GTS | Esperante |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |