1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 2000 | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3070 mm |