1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 3 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 28 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (267 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial 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 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 348 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 86 L |
