1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 15 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 135 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Because 1990 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2005 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 348 | Element |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
