1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 17 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 65 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 440 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355. 2011 BMW 535 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. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
