1996 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 618 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | M3 | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 107 L |
