1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 BMW X6.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Spur | X6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 85 L |
