2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 20 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | 300 | 348 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
