1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 185 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 975 kg more than 2012 BMW 316. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
Model | Silver Spur | 316 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 57 L |