2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 9 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 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | MM Roadster | F355 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
