1988 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, both 1988 Chrysler New Yorker 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 161 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. 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 Chrysler New Yorker, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler New Yorker | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | New Yorker | 348 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
