1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (323 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 348 TS Targa | 400 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
