1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 134 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hudson |
| Model | 348 | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
