1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 306 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 205 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 288 GTO | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
