1998 BMW 728 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 BMW 728 is newer by 1 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 186 more horse power than 1998 BMW 728. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 455 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 728. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 728 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 728 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
