1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1998 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1998 Mercury Mystique is newer by 14 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 266 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 17 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
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, 1998 Mercury Mystique, 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1998 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 288 GTO | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
