1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1999 GMC Sierra
To start off, 1999 GMC Sierra is newer by 15 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sierra. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1999 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 288 GTO | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
