1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 348 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 36 L |
