1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 14 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 134 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ferrari 348 (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Xedos |
| Model | 348 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
