1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 288 GTO | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
