2006 BMW M5 vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 BMW M5.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | M5 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 6748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3070 mm |
