1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari 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 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 157 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Because 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2007 Tata Safari 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 348 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
