2007 BMW 116 vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 8 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (373 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 116 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
