1959 BMW 700 vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 700 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 5377 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3070 mm |
