1995 BMW CLS vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW CLS would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1995 BMW CLS. (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW CLS.
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, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW CLS. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW CLS. 1999 Ferrari F399 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW CLS has manual transmission. 1995 BMW CLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ferrari F399 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW CLS | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | CLS | F399 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
