2005 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 575M 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello has manual transmission. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 730 | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |
