1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1993 Nissan 100 NX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 5 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 154 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1993 Nissan 100 NX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 348 | 100 NX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
