1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 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 301 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 Rover 400. 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, 1991 Rover 400, 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 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 288 GTO | 400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
