1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (265 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 20 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 348 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |