1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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 Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Mythos | 348 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 95 L |
