2007 BMW 328 vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph

To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.

Let's talk about torque, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 328 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
Make BMW Rolls-Royce
Model 328 Silver Seraph
Year Released 2007 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 5377 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 231 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3900 RPM
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 94 L