Ferrari 288 GTO (1984–1987): Full Specs, Performance, Dimensions, and Features
Discover everything about the Ferrari 288 GTO. Introduced in 1984 as a Group B homologation car, it delivered road-legal racing performance and set the stage for Ferrari’s future Supercars.
Overview
Assembly: Maranello, Italy
Body style: 2-door berlinetta
Designer: Pininfarina under Leonardo Fioravanti
Layout: Rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
Manufacturer: Ferrari
Production: 1984–1987
Aerodynamics
Body materials: Composite panels (fibreglass, Kevlar) over tubular steel frame
Drag coefficient (Cd): 0.31
Wheeltrack widening: Wider stance than 308 for increased handling stability
Dimensions and Weight
Dry weight: 1,160 kg (2,560 lb)
Front track: 1,559 mm (61.4 in)
Height: 1,120 mm (44.1 in)
Length: 4,290 mm (169.0 in)
Rear track: 1,562 mm (61.5 in)
Wheelbase: 2,450 mm (96.5 in)
Width: 1,910 mm (75.2 in)
Engine
Configuration: 2.855 L F114 B 90° V8, twin-turbo, dry-sump
Compression ratio: 7.6:1
Maximum power: 294 kW (400 PS; 395 hp) at 7,000 rpm
Power per litre: 140 hp/L
Torque: 496 Nm (366 lb-ft) at 3,800 rpm
Valve actuation: Twin overhead camshafts per bank, four valves per cylinder
Transmission: 5-speed manual + reverse
Performance
Acceleration: 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 4.9 seconds
Quarter mile (0–400 m): 12.7 seconds
Standing kilometre (0–1,000 m): 21.8 seconds
Top speed: 305 km/h (190 mph)
Wheels and Braking
Brakes: Ventilated discs (front and rear)
Front tires: 225/50 VR16
Rear tires: 265/50 VR16
Steering: Rack-and-pinion
Suspension: Independent double wishbones with coil springs and anti-roll bars
Wheels: 16-inch alloy
Related
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Ferrari 288 GTO Evoluzione: Experimental, lightweight racing prototype based on the 288 GTO
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Ferrari F40: Successor to the 288 GTO
