1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 255 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Ferrari | Smart |
Model | 348 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 22 L |