2009 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 975 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 325 | Silver Spur |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 108 L |
