2005 BMW M3 vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | F355 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |