1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 348 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
