1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
| Model | Silver Spur | X6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 85 L |
