1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 21 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2013 Ford Taurus. (284 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 442 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348. 2013 Ford Taurus 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. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
