1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 13 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 199 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
