1990 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 20 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 3,186 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 100 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 192 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 328 GTS | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
