1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, both 1988 Ferrari 348 and 1988 Renault 25 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 143 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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, 1988 Renault 25, 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 348 | 25 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |