2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 13 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Maranello | 348 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 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 | 1675 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 95 L |
