1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 560 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (500 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 288 GTO | E |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
