1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Mehari | 348 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
