1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 180 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 348 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
