2006 BMW 745 vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 842 kg more than 1986 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |
