1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 14 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 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FXS. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS. 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) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS. 2002 Toyota FXS 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. 2002 Toyota FXS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 348 | FXS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
