2007 BMW 328 vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 23 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Because 2007 BMW 328 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, 2007 BMW 328 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 120 L |
