1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 10 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | F355 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1350 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
