2004 BMW 535 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2004 BMW 535 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1996 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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 2004 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 535 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
