1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 348 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 348 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3404 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 498 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |