1988 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1988 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 730 | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 730 | Maranello |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 114 L |