1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 1602 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 82 L |
