1994 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1999 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 740 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
