1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 22 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 157 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3. 2012 Audi Q3 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 348 | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1600 mm |
