1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 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 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 74 L |
