1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 20 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 348 | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 348 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 132 L |