2009 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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, 2009 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 530 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2992 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 | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
