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Ferrari 288 GTO

Production1984-1987
CategorySupercar
Status
Discontinued
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Key specifications

Body style
Coupe
Engine
2.9 l · Twin-turbo · V8
Power
294.2 kW
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission
Manual · 5 speeds

Generations and variants

Generation

Ferrari 288 GTO

1984-1987 GTO
Variant

Ferrari 288 GTO

1984-1987
Body style
Coupe
Engine
2.9 l · Twin-turbo · V8
Power
294.2 kW
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
Transmission
Manual
· 5 speeds

Facts

The GTO's body uses lightweight composite materials, including Kevlar.

Engineering

The GTO's engine produces 400 hp.

Engineering

The GTO's forced-induction system uses two IHI turbochargers and intercoolers.

Engineering

The GTO uses a longitudinally mounted 2,855 cc V8 with two turbochargers.

Engineering

Ferrari quotes a 305 km/h top speed for the GTO.

Records

The original 200-car plan was increased because of demand, and 272 GTOs were ultimately produced.

Production

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.

History

The GTO's intended racing programme never materialised because Group B regulations were withdrawn before the car could compete.

Motorsport

Scuderia Ferrari drivers Michele Alboreto and René Arnoux took part in the GTO's development.

Development

Ferrari developed the GTO with Group B homologation in mind.

Development

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