2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 14 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 550 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 348.
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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Rainier | 348 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 324 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |