1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 288 GTO | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.3 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 | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
