1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 23 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 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 2011 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 348 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
