1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 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 273 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 95 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Samsung |
Model | 288 GTO | SM5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |