2000 BMW 328 vs. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 3 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 109 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 882 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 328 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 108 L |
