1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z8 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |
