1988 Austin Montego vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, both 1988 Austin Montego and 1988 Ferrari 348 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego, 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Austin | Ferrari |
Model | Montego | 348 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 95 L |