2001 Buick Century vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2001 Buick Century is newer by 13 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 94 more horse power than 2001 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 247 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century, 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Century. 2001 Buick Century 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. 2001 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Century | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
