1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Rapier 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 216 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1975 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Ferrari | Sunbeam |
| Model | 348 | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
