1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 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 246 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 348 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |
