1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 20 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 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) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 288 GTO | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 74 L |
