1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 760 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | Lagonda | 348 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |