1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 17 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 348 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
