Ferrari 288 GTO
Key specifications
Generations and variants
Ferrari 288 GTO - production series
Ferrari 288 GTO
1984–1987- Body style
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Coupe
- Engine
- 2.9-litre twin-turbo V8
- Power
- 400 CV
- Drivetrain
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Rear-wheel drive
- Transmission
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Manual· 5 speeds
Facts
The GTO's body uses lightweight composite materials, including Kevlar.
The GTO's engine produces 400 hp.
The GTO's forced-induction system uses two IHI turbochargers and intercoolers.
The GTO uses a longitudinally mounted 2,855 cc V8 with two turbochargers.
Ferrari quotes a 305 km/h top speed for the GTO.
The original 200-car plan was increased because of demand, and 272 GTOs were ultimately produced.
Ferrari regards the 1984 GTO as the first model in its line of limited-series supercars later continued by the F40, F50, Enzo and LaFerrari.
The GTO's intended racing programme never materialised because Group B regulations were withdrawn before the car could compete.
Scuderia Ferrari drivers Michele Alboreto and René Arnoux took part in the GTO's development.
Ferrari developed the GTO with Group B homologation in mind.
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