1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 114 L |
