2006 BMW 740 vs. 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (534 HP) has 231 more horse power than 2006 BMW 740. (303 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 740.
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, 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740. 2006 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 2004 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 740 | 575 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 534 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 105 L |
