2008 BMW 650 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 12 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 290 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 650 | F355 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |