1995 BMW 318 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (168 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
