2008 BMW 320 vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 320 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
