1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 1984 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 1984 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 348 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 27 L |
