1958 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider would be higher. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 275 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider | 1988 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 340 Spider | Starion |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1125 kg |
