1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 348 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |