1994 BMW M3 vs. 1955 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. 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.
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1994 BMW M3 | 1955 Ferrari 255 S | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | 255 S |
Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 159 L |