1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 14 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 65 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (311 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
