2007 BMW 750 vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 BMW 750.
Because 2007 BMW 750 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 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, 2007 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 750 | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 107 L |
