1997 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 11 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| 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 | 240 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
