1958 Ferrari 340 Spider vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 31 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 1 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 615 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 | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 Spider | 348 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1465 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
