1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 205 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
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 @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 288 GTO | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
