1954 BMW 340 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 340 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1954 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 440 kg more than 1954 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 340 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 340 | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
