1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 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 107 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 348 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
