1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 363 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.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 288 GTO | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2350 mm |