1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1555 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.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 167 L |
