1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 19 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348. 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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 348 | 2009 Ford GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 348 | GT |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105.8 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 | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |