1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 288 GTO | Seven |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2240 mm |
