1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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 Nissan 350Z (359 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 348 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
