1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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 287 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 95 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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 288 GTO | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 52 L |
