1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 BMW 135. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2659 mm |
