1988 BMW M5 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 BMW M5. (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 383 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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M5 | F355 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |