2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 740. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2002 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2002 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Maserati Spyder | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Maserati | BMW |
Model | Spyder | 740 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4253 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |