2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
2002 De Tomaso Guara | 1989 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ferrari |
Model | Guara | 348 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |