2005 BMW 520 vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 6 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 520 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
