1997 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2005 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2005 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 730 | 2005 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 730 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| 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 | 1745 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 105 L |
