2009 BMW 118 vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 118 | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |