2007 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 330 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
Make BMW Rolls-Royce
Model 330 Silver Spirit
Year Released 2007 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 6750 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 228 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5280 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1490 mm


 

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