2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. (395 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 300 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F430 | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 120 L |
