1978 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 220 kg more than 1978 BMW 730. 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, 2004 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 730 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
