2009 BMW 330 vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | BMW | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 330 | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6750 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
