1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 165 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348.
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 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
