1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 355 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Navajo | 288 GTO |
Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |