1989
Ferrari 348
The Ferrari 348 is a V8 super car with 2 seats made by the phenominal italian super car manufacturer Ferrari. Being initially released in 1989 and finishing production in 1995. Reigning the super car market as one of the most slick mobiles of that era.
The final model 348 was developed under supervision of Enzo Ferrari just before his passing. With the final production additions completed posthumously.
Ferrari released 8 different variants of the 348 Model.
TB Model, TS Model. 348 Serie Speciale, 348 Challenge, GTB Model, GTS Model, Spider Model, 348 GT Competizione
THE BODY
The body combined styling cues from the Testarossa – along the flanks – with ones from classic models of the past (such as the front-end treatment, reminiscent of the 375 MM).
The frame that is on the 1989 Ferrari model 348 is a steele monocque with tubular steel rear sub-frame.
This 5-speed manual is an exceptional motor vehicle that Ferrari produced was the worlds fastest production car at the time reaching a peak of over 275 km/h.
the engine
Mated to a new transverse gearbox, the engine that is mounted longitudinally produced 300 horse power, with the high torsional strength, semi – monocoque chassis transferred to the road making it an extremely smooth and efficient drive.
The car proved commercially very successful, and three series were produced during its life span. When production stopped in 1995 demand was still high.
The engine is a twin overhead camshaft, four valves per cylinder, 3.4 litre V8 unit. The capacity is 3405cc, with a bore and stroke of 85mm x 75mm, with spark plugs between the cam shafts, fitted with a Bosch Motronic M2.5 combined fuel injection and ignition system, which was upgraded to the M2.7 version during the production run.
Ferrari 348 Facts
From 1989 – 1995 there were 8,844 Ferrari 348 motor vehicles produced in Maranello, Italy.
The Top Speed of the Ferrari Model 348 is 235 km/h.
specifications
engine
Type
rear, transverse, 65° V6
Bore/stroke
86 x 57 mm
Unitary displacement
331.10 cc
Total displacement
1986.60 cc
Compression ratio
9 : 1
Maximum power
132 kW (180 hp) at 8000 rpm
Power per litre
91 hp/l
Maximum torque
–
Valve actuation
twin overhead camshaft per bank, two valves per cylinder
Fuel feed
three Weber 40 DCN F/1 carburettors
Ignition
single spark plug per cylinder, single coil
Lubrication
wet sump
Clutch
single-plate
Chassis
Frame
tubular steel
Front suspension
independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
independent, unequal-length wishbones, coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, anti-roll bar
Brakes
discs
Transmission
5-speed + reverse
Steering
rack-and-pinion
Fuel tank
capacity 65 litres
Front tyres
185 VR 14
Rear tyres
185 VR 14
bodywork
Type
two-seater berlinetta
Length
4150 mm
Width
1700 mm
Height
1115 mm
Wheelbase
2280 mm
Front track
1425 mm
Rear track
1400 mm
Weight
900 kg (dry)
Performance
Top speed
235 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
–
0-400 m
–
0-1000 m
27 sec
