1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 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 44 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. 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 2006 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 348 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
