Technical Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Ferrari 348 TS |
| Body configuration | Targa with removable roof panel |
| Engine code | Tipo F119 |
| Engine displacement | 3,405 cc / 3.4L |
| Engine configuration | 90-degree naturally aspirated V8 |
| Engine installation | Longitudinal mid-engine |
| Maximum power | 300 PS / 296 hp / 221 kW at 7,200 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 324 Nm / 238 lb-ft at 4,200 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual with gated floor shifter |
| Gearbox orientation | Transverse |
| Drive layout | Rear-wheel drive |
| 0-100 km/h | Approximately 5.6 seconds |
| Top speed | Approximately 275 km/h / 171 mph |
| Chassis construction | Steel monocoque with tubular rear subframe |
| Steering | Early versions without power steering |
| Exterior lighting | Retractable pop-up headlights; twin circular rear lamps |
Powertrain Analysis
The Ferrari 348 TS uses a Tipo F119 3,405 cc V8 with a 90-degree cylinder-bank angle, natural aspiration, and longitudinal installation ahead of the rear axle. Peak output is 300 PS, equivalent to 296 hp or 221 kW, at 7,200 rpm.
Maximum torque is 324 Nm, or 238 lb-ft, at 4,200 rpm. The powertrain combines the longitudinal V8 with a transverse transmission, and this engine-and-gearbox orientation defines the “T” designation used by the 348 series.
A 5-speed manual transmission sends output to the rear wheels. The floor-mounted shifter uses an exposed metal gate, while early 348 TS versions use unassisted steering and a conventional heavy clutch pedal.
Chassis & Dynamics
The chassis combines a steel monocoque central structure with a tubular rear subframe. The rear subframe supports the longitudinally mounted V8 and the transverse manual gearbox within the mid-engine layout.
Rear-wheel drive places propulsion loads at the rear axle, while the mid-engine configuration centralizes the 3.4L V8 mass between the axles. This layout differs from front-engine rear-wheel-drive sports cars by locating the engine behind the passenger compartment.
The exterior includes side-door strakes that channel air toward the mid-mounted radiators. The rear bodywork uses a black slatted fascia surrounding twin circular tail lamps, and the front profile incorporates retractable pop-up headlights.
Dimensions & Practicality
The TS body configuration uses a removable targa roof panel. The panel stores behind the seats, changing the fixed-roof coupe profile to an open-roof configuration without altering the longitudinal mid-engine and rear-wheel-drive architecture.
The roof opening is combined with side strakes, a slatted rear fascia, and a low body profile. The rear cooling system is supplied through the side intake routing positioned beside the passenger compartment.