1998 BMW 318 vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 12 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 17 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1665 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
