2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 360 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1392 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
