1990 Ferrari 348 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 @ 7200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 505 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Because 2013 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 348 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lexus |
| Model | 348 | RX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
