1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Alpine A 610 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1991 Alpine A 610. 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 610 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1170 mm |
