1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 16 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 121 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (298 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 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 |
