2005 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 525 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1598 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
