2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 25 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 846 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX. 2009 Cadillac SRX 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. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | SRX | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 120 L |
