1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2011 Holden Calais
To start off, 2011 Holden Calais 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Holden Calais. (344 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Calais.
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, 2011 Holden Calais (530 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (506 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. 2011 Holden Calais 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 Holden Calais will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2011 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 288 GTO | Calais |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
