The legendary name, the stunning styling by Pininfarina, the engine with its seemingly inexhaustible power (2.8 litres and 8 cylinders) and the widespread use of composite materials, made the Ferrari GTO the closest thing to a racing car.

    Ferrari GTO

    Announced by Enzo Ferrari in September 1983, and unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1984, the GTO (also known unofficially with the 288 prefix) sparked off a wave of enthusiasm. The legendary name, the stunning styling by Pininfarina, the engine with its seemingly inexhaustible power (2.8 litres and 8 cylinders) and the widespread use of composite materials, made the GTO the closest thing to a racing car.

    • V8
      ENGINE
    • 2855.08 cc
      TOTAL DISPLACEMENT
    • 294 kW
      MAXIMUM POWER @ 7000 rpm
    • 305 km/h
      TOP SPEED
    Engine
    • Typerear, longitudinal 90° V8
    • Bore/stroke81 x 71mm
    • Unitary displacement356.88cc
    • Total displacement2855.08cc
    • Compression ratio7.6 : 1
    • Maximum power294 kW (400 hp) at 7000 rpm
    • Power per litre140hp/l
    • Maximum torque496 Nm (51 kgm) at 3800 rpm
    • Valve actuationtwin overhead camshafts per bank, four valves per cylinder
    • Fuel feedWeber-Marelli electronic injection, twin turbos
    • IgnitionWeber-Marelli electronic, single spark plug per cylinder
    • Lubricationdry sump
    • Clutchtwin-plate
    Chassis
    • Frametubular steel
    • Front suspensionindependent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
    • Rear suspensionindependent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs over telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
    • Brakesdiscs
    • Transmission5-speed + reverse
    • Steeringrack-and-pinion
    • Fuel tankcapacity 120litres
    • Front tyres225/55 VR 16
    • Rear tyres265/50 VR 16
    Bodywork
    • Typetwo-seater berlinetta
    • Length4290mm
    • Width1910mm
    • Height1120mm
    • Wheelbase2450mm
    • Front track1559mm
    • Rear track1562mm
    • Weight1160kg (dry)
    Performance
    • Top speed305km/h
    • Acceleration 0-100 km/h4.9sec
    • 0-400 m12.7sec
    • 0-1000 m21.8sec
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