1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari 348 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
Model | 348 | 109 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2780 mm |