1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe 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 206 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
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) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | F355 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
