1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven 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 259 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | 348 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2240 mm |
