1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1988 Cadillac Seville is newer by 4 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 335 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, 1988 Cadillac Seville, 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville. 1988 Cadillac Seville 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. 1988 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Cadillac Seville | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Seville | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
