1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 21 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
| Model | 288 GTO | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 50 L |
