1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 14 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 420 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Maranello | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 120 L |
