1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 24 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Because 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | 348 | A4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |