1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 815 kg more than 2002 BMW X5.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Spirit | X5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2890 mm |
