1998 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Maserati Coupe.
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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 740 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |