1989 Ferrari 348 TS

1989 Ferrari 348 TS

Ferrari 348 TS (1989–1993): Full Specs, Performance, Dimensions and Features

The Ferrari 348 TS was the targa-roof version of Ferrari’s late-1980s V8 sports car, combining a removable roof panel with a 3.4-liter mid-mounted V8 and transverse manual gearbox.

Overview

Assembly: Maranello, Italy
Body style: Two-seat targa
Designer: Leonardo Fioravanti at Pininfarina
Layout: Longitudinal rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
Production: 1989–1993

Aerodynamics and Design

Roof type: Removable targa roof panel
Opening time: Manual removal
Rear spoiler: Integrated rear deck treatment
Aero tuning: Side air intakes, flat rear deck and underbody airflow management
Design focus: Compact mid-engine proportions with Testarossa-inspired side strakes and improved cooling efficiency

Dimensions and Weight

Length: 4,230 mm (166.5 in)
Width: 1,894 mm (74.6 in)
Height: 1,170 mm (46.1 in)
Wheelbase: 2,450 mm (96.5 in)
Front track: 1,502 mm (59.1 in)
Rear track: 1,578 mm (62.1 in)
Dry weight: 1,393 kg (3,071 lb)
Boot capacity: 212 liters (7.5 cu ft)

Engine and Powertrain

Engine type: 3.4-liter naturally aspirated 90-degree V8
Displacement: 3,405 cc (207.8 cu in)
Bore × stroke: 85 mm × 75 mm (3.35 in × 2.95 in)
Power: 300 PS (296 hp, 221 kW) at 7,200 rpm
Torque: 324 Nm (239 lb-ft) at 4,200 rpm
Maximum revs: 7,500 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive

Performance

0–100 km/h (0–62 mph): 5.6 seconds
0–200 km/h (0–124 mph): 22.0 seconds
Top speed: 275 km/h (171 mph)

Wheels and Braking

Front brakes: Ventilated discs, 310 mm (12.2 in)
Rear brakes: Ventilated discs, 310 mm (12.2 in)
Front tires: 215/50 ZR17
Rear tires: 255/50 ZR17
Braking distance (100–0 km/h): 35 m (115 ft)
Braking distance (200–0 km/h): 130 m (427 ft)

Special Editions

The Ferrari 348 Serie Speciale was created for the North American market with visual and mechanical updates, including wider rear track geometry, altered front and rear detailing and numbered interior identification. The later 348 GT Competizione was a lightweight homologation-focused derivative connected to Ferrari’s 348 competition program, with reduced trim, composite panels and race-oriented equipment.

Related

1985 Ferrari 328 GTS

1985 Ferrari 328 GTS

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The Ferrari 328 GTS was the open-roof predecessor to the Ferrari 348 ts and carried forward Ferrari’s mid-engine V8 berlinetta and targa lineage.

1989 Ferrari 348 TB

1989 Ferrari 348 TB

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The Ferrari 348 TB was the fixed-roof berlinetta companion to the Ferrari 348 TS, sharing its chassis, engine and transverse gearbox layout.

1993 Ferrari 348 GTS

1993 Ferrari 348 GTS

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The Ferrari 348 GTS succeeded the 348 ts with updated engine output, revised detailing and the same removable-roof body concept.

1994 Ferrari F355 GTS

1994 Ferrari F355 GTS

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The Ferrari F355 GTS replaced the 348 GTS and advanced Ferrari’s mid-engine V8 targa formula with a five-valve V8 and revised aerodynamics.