1994 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 19 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 4,691 cc, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1994 BMW 740.
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, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo (510 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 740 | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1343 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
