2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 348 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |