2000 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 12 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 132 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari 348. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A4 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
