1998 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 320 | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
