1957 BMW 600 vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600.
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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 600 | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |