1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 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 127 more horse power than 1988 TVR S2. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1988 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1988 TVR S2. 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 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 TVR S2. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 TVR S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 | 1988 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | 348 | S2 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
