2000 BMW 318 vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2000 BMW 318 is newer by 12 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 318 weights approximately 122 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2000 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
