1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2001 Holden UTE
To start off, 2001 Holden UTE 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden UTE (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348. 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, 2001 Holden UTE (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2001 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 348 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
