1999 BMW 540 vs. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 699 kg more than 1999 BMW 540. 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 540. (439 Nm). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 540 | 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 540 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1771 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3170 mm |
