1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1996 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 348 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
