1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT 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 320 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 470 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 288 GTO | OT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 37 L |
