1980 BMW M5 vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 BMW M5. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1980 BMW M5. 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 Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M5. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | M5 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 108 L |
