1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 885 kg more than 2012 BMW 128. 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2012 BMW 128 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
Model | Silver Spur | 128 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 53 L |