1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2013 Scion FR-S 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. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Ferrari | Scion |
| Model | 348 | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
