1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 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 41 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 260 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari F355 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F355 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |