1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 11 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 137 kg more than 1988 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ferrari F355 | 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F355 | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 304 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |