2004 BMW 316 vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 5 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 283 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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 (373 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
