1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Pickster | F355 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
