1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | F355 | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 53 L |