1973 BMW Touring vs. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 1950 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Touring | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3230 mm |
