1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Suburban | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
