1997 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1997 BMW M3. 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, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | M3 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3170 mm |
