1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 58 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 850 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 348 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3001 mm |
