2008 Acura MDX vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 24 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura MDX weights approximately 225 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 2008 Acura MDX 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, 2008 Acura MDX 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura MDX. (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura MDX. 2008 Acura MDX 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. 2008 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | MDX | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 120 L |
