2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 15 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 360 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1284 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 95 L |
