1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348. 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348. 1977 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 348 | 1977 Ford LTD | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 348 | LTD |
Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3405 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3080 mm |