1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn would be higher. At 4,566 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Dawn | 120 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4566 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 177 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 51 L |
