1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 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 135 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 348 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
