1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 348 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
