1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 20 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. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster. 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tesla |
| Model | 348 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2352 mm |
