1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1407 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1962 BMW 1800 has manual transmission. 1962 BMW 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 1800 | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 2450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
