1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 12 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 280 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, 2000 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 348 | GS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
