1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 1985 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 348 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 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 78 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 208. (217 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 208. 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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 1985 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 348 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 74 L |
