1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite 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 168 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (127 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (158 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Ferrari | Triumph |
| Model | 348 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
