1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 7 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 198 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 75 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 288 GTO | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 75 L |
