1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Because 1992 Ferrari 348 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ferrari 348. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 348 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
