2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 377 more horse power than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1949 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Alpina | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 123 HP |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 81 L |
