2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 815 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | BMW |
Model | Silver Seraph | 125 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 53 L |