2006 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 710 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 330 | Park Ward |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |