1998 Buick Signia vs. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 467 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. 1998 Buick Signia has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Buick Signia | 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Signia | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |