2001 BMW 745 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 745 | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |
