1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 25 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 230 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.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | 348 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
