1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 27 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 227 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 2011 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 288 GTO | TT |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |