1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider. (157 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Spider | 348 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |