1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1990 Saab 9000
To start off, 1990 Saab 9000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 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 98 more horse power than 1990 Saab 9000. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 9000 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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, 1990 Saab 9000, 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, 1990 Saab 9000 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 1990 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Ferrari | Saab |
Model | 348 | 9000 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
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 | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |