1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 30 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 348 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
