1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 348 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 348 | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |