2009 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 325 | F355 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |