1999 AC Aceca vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 11 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 (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Aceca | 348 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 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 | 1510 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |