2002 BMW Formula One vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2002 BMW Formula One is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Formula One (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Formula One should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 820 kg more than 2002 BMW Formula One.
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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Formula One. (355 Nm). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Formula One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Formula One | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Formula One | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6750 cc |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 108 L |
