1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 348 | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
