2004 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 940 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 330 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 108 L |
