1994 BMW 740 vs. 2003 Maybach 57
To start off, 2003 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maybach 57 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1994 BMW 740. 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, 2003 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2003 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2003 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | BMW | Maybach |
| Model | 740 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2220 mm |
