1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 348 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
