1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1984 Ferrari GTO and 1984 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari 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 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Laser, 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 GTO (496 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
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1984 Ferrari GTO | 1984 Ford Laser | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | GTO | Laser |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 120 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |