1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 22 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 348 | TT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |
