1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 TVR T 350.
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 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 348 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
