1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline 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 159 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 Nissan Skyline. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 348 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
