1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 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 227 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 450 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (228 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | 288 GTO | Omega |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |