1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 1991 Porsche 944
To start off, 1991 Porsche 944 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 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 48 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 944. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944. 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, 1991 Porsche 944 (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 348 | 1991 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 348 | 944 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
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 | 1465 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |