2008 BMW 320 vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 320 | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 6748 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |