1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta 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 177 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. 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) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
| Model | 348 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
