1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 11 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 205 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Seat Toledo, 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | 348 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
