1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 175 kg more than 2011 BMW 750.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Spirit | 750 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3211 mm |
