1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | F355 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2885 mm |
