1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 242 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 700 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 288 GTO | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |
