1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1958 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 12 M would be higher. 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 258 more horse power than 1958 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1958 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1620 mm |
