1992 BMW 332 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 332 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
