2007 BMW 650 vs. 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 650 | Silver Shadow |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 107 L |
