1992 BMW 332 vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 332 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
