1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 11 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (250 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1326 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 53 L |
