1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 BMW 650. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | 650 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1935 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
