2002 BMW 740 vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1994 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355. 2002 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1994 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 740 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
