1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1977 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cherry 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 251 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cherry. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1977 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 348 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2400 mm |
