2005 BMW 740 vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 740 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 87 L |