1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 23 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 140 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 348 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| 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 | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 105 L |
