1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX 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 16 more horse power than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 120 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, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 348 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |