1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (225 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 348 | Portofino |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 110 L |