1964 Ferrari GTO vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari GTO. (255 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari GTO | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | GTO | 348 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 878 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
