2008 BMW M3 vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW M3. 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 | 1690 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 |
