2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2012 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 740. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari Maranello | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Maranello | 740 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 82 L |