1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 314 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 288 GTO | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 59 L |
