1999 BMW M28i vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i 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 126 more horse power than 1999 BMW M28i. (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M28i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 350 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M28i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M28i | F355 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| 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 | 250 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
