2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 17 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 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Crossfire | 348 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
