1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 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 120 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 120 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F355 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
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 | 375 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |