2004 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 785 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1992 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 325 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
