1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 BMW X5.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Spur | X5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 85 L |
