1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 288 GTO | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 93 L |
