1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 23 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) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 348 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2578 mm |
