2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 555 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 360 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 289 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 | 1275 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
