1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Ballade 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) has 228 more horse power than 1983 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Ballade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 348 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
