1995 Ferrari F55 vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F55 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 BMW 1 Series. (335 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F55.
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 F55 (759 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 1 Series. (450 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F55 | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F55 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| 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 | 376 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |
