1999 BMW 740 vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1983 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 740 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 4930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |