1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 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 72 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. (223 HP @ 12000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. 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 | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 348 | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
