1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 19 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |
