1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 15 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 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
