1994 BMW 730 vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 BMW 730. 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 730 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
