1993 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1993 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 BMW M3. 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
