1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 BMW 116 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2010 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 BMW 116. 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2010 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |
