1998 BMW V12 vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW V12 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 686 kg more than 1998 BMW V12.
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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW V12 | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | V12 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3070 mm |
