1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 415 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 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 348 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 450 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 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2909 mm |
