1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 512 BB | 348 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3404 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 95 L |