2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 21 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 365 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS, 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | BLS | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
