1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. (260 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F355 | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 328 GTB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 74 L |
