2007 BMW 335 vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 212 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 335 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
