1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara 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 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 133 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 348 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
