1999 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari Rossa. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari Rossa has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 740 | Rossa |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |