2004 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward

To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 855 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 325 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
Make BMW Rolls-Royce
Model 325 Park Ward
Year Released 2004 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2490 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 184 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 499 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 2450 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5650 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 100 L


 

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