2006 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 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, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 851 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | M3 | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
