1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2009 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 21 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2009 Alpina B3 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. 2009 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2009 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alpina |
| Model | 348 | B3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
