2004 BMW 320 vs. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 702 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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, 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 1993 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 320 | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |