2005 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 330 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
