1985 BMW M6 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M6 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
