1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1997 Tata E
To start off, 1997 Tata E is newer by 13 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 247 more horse power than 1997 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata E weights approximately 145 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1997 Tata E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 288 GTO | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
