1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS

To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 317 kg more than 1988 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Camaro 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Camaro 328 GTS
Year Released 1997 1988
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3791 cc 3185 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 190 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1273 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2360 mm


 

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