1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 8 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 185 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 348 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 114 L |
