1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Ascona 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 221 more horse power than 1986 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 Opel Ascona. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1986 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 348 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
