1999 BMW 328 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 BMW 328 is newer by 2 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 183 more horse power than 1999 BMW 328. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 328 weights approximately 132 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) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 328. 1999 BMW 328 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 328 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 328 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 328 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 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 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
