2005 BMW 740 vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 740 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 114 L |
