1999 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 6 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 465 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Coupe. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Coupe. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Coupe has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 740 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |