1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (323 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 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 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 348 TS Targa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 537 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
