1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523. 2009 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 2009 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
