2004 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 325 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
