2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 22 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 147 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | SSR | 288 GTO |
Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 120 L |