1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 18 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 65 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (311 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 363 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (407 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355. 2013 BMW 7 Series 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F355 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F355 | 7 Series |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |