1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 8 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 185 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 155 | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1225 kg |
