1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 104 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 348 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
