1994 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 17 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 189 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, 2011 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2011 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 740 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
