1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 22 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348. 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2010 Ferrari California | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 348 | California |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4562 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1308 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
