2007 BMW M3 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | F355 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1655 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |