1984 Ferrari 288 GTO vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 395 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 575 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 288 GTO | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
