1994 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 994 kg more than 1994 BMW M5. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | M5 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
