2002 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Maybach 57
To start off, 2011 Maybach 57 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maybach 57 weights approximately 719 kg more than 2002 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 740. (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 740 | 2011 Maybach 57 | |
Make | BMW | Maybach |
Model | 740 | 57 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 899 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3391 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |