1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 57 L |
