1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2002 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 607 is newer by 18 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 235 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 225 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, 2002 Peugeot 607, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2002 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 288 GTO | 607 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 66 L |
