1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355. 2008 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1975 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
