1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter 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 233 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 348 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
