1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348. 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) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 107 L |
