1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Spirit | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2382 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2500 mm |
