2003 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | X5 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
