2004 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 20 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 315 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Impala. (305 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Impala | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Impala | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 120 L |
