1985 BMW M6 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1985 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1985 BMW M6. 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M6. (334 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M6 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 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 | 1505 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
