2005 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F399. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F399 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
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, 2005 BMW 740 (391 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F399. (373 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 740 | F399 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |