1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 536 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Because 1988 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2012 Honda Odyssey 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. 2012 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 348 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
