1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 8 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 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 512 M | 348 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3404 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 1455 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |