2004 BMW 745 vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 BMW 745.
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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (447 Nm). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 745 | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 745 | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 489 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 94 L |