1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, both 1988 Ferrari 348 and 1988 Acura Integra were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 170 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
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, 1988 Acura Integra, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Acura |
| Model | 348 | Integra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
