1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
Model | Silver Spur | Z4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 55 L |