2004 BMW 745 vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (310 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 BMW 745. 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (451 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 745 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 94 L |
