1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS

To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 643 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.

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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Camaro 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Camaro 328 GTS
Year Released 1996 1985
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6276 cc 3185 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 1 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 435 HP 270 HP
Torque 576 Nm 289 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.2:1
Top Speed 276 km/hour 258 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2350 mm


 

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