1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant 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 206 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 348 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
