1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 10 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 186 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
Because 1988 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | 348 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
