2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 731 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Rainier | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1273 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
