2004 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 6 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 60 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 525 | 355 Spider |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |