1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 701 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2004 GMC Yukon 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. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | 348 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2166 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3280 mm |