1991 Ferrari 348 vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1391 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
