1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 335 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, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe 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. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 348 | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 69 L |
