1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 8 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 165 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 348 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
