1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 16 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125. 2010 BMW 125 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. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |
