2007 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 335 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3465 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
