1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 15 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2003 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 105 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 348 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
