2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (301 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Alpina | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 108 L |
