1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 257 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
