1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 40 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari 348 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 348 | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |