1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 1977 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Ferrari | Avanti |
Model | 348 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |