2002 BMW 760 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost

To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 BMW 760. (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 316 kg more than 2002 BMW 760. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 760. (601 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 760.

Compare all specifications:

2002 BMW 760 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
Make BMW Rolls-Royce
Model 760 Ghost
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 6600 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 438 HP 563 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 601 Nm 780 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.9 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2154 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 5399 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1948 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 3295 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.7 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 20.5 L/100km 16.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 82 L


 

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