1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable 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 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 123 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Because 1988 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable. 2004 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
| Model | 348 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
